1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 128 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2870 mm |
